2. Which of the following best describes the Battle of Britain?
A. The sea battle between German U-boats and British battleships
B. An air battle above the English Channel to prepare for an invasion of Britain
C. The bombardment of northern France to prepare for a British invasion of continental Europe
D. The German sea landing on the southern coast of Britain

The following best describes the Battle of Britain: An air battle above the English Channel to prepare for an invasion of Britain.